Dr. Michael R Jacoby MD
Surgeon
779 Shoreline Rd Barrington IL, 60010About
Dr. Michael Jacoby is a general surgeon practicing in Barrington, IL. Dr. Jacoby specializes in abdominal contents including the esophagus, stomach, liver, gallbladder, pancreas and often thyroid glands. General surgeons are able to deal with almost any surgical or critical care emergency, also involving the skin or soft tissue trauma. Dr. Jacoby provides quality surgical service for gravely ill or injured patients and is able to respond quickly due to knowledge of various surgical procedures.
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